Bard envisions the liberal arts institution as the hub of a network, rather than a single, self-contained campus. Numerous institutes for special study are available on and off campus, connecting Bard students to the greater community.

The Center for Civic Engagement at Bard College embodies the fundamental belief that education and civil society are inextricably linked. In an age of information overload, it is more important than ever that citizens be educated and trained to think critically and be actively engaged with issues affecting public life.

In the spirit of Independence Day, Emmy winner and three-time Tony nominee Martha Plimpton (The Goonies, The Real O’Neals) pays tribute to genius songwriter Aimee Mann, dedicating songs to some of her most (and least) favorite U.S. Presidents. With wit, charm, and vocal prowess, Martha will lead us through a minefield of love and loss and electoral misjudgment, with the music of one of America's greatest living songwriters.
Featuring special guests Julian Fleisher and Lucy Wainwright RocheMusic direction by Dan LiptonWith Alexandra Eckhardt (bass), Matt Beck (guitar), and Damien Bassman (drums)